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Author: Brian Paradza, CFA

Brian is an investment writer and a Chartered Financial Analyst. He is an investing enthusiast who has regularly contributed to The Motley Fool Canada since 2017. He is also a contributor to TipRanks (www.tipranks.com). His work has been featured on InvestorPlace (www.investorplace.com) as well. You can follow Brian on X (formally Twitter) @brianparadza

Recent Articles

Canadian energy stocks are rising with oil prices
Energy Stocks

Here’s My Top Value Stock to Buy Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here’s why I’d buy Parex Resources stock today for a 6.5% dividend yield, and more upside.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Could IAMGOLD Stock Help You Retire a Millionaire?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

IAMGOLD (IMG) stock could add more gains to a recent 15% rally. But its Côté Gold project's success may not…

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Energy Stocks

If You Invested $1,000 in Fortis Stock in 2014, This Is How Much You Would Have Today

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here’s why you should consider Fortis stock and other utilities when building a retirement portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

Could CNR Stock Help You Retire a Millionaire?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian National Railway stock could've minted new millionaires since 1995. Could it create more wealth for new investors?

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Tech Stocks

If You Invested $10,000 in Lightspeed Commerce Stock in January 2023, This Is How Much You Would Have Today

| Brian Paradza, CFA

High volatility in Lightspeed stock isn't unprecedented. This to Canadian tech stock minted new millionaires after similar drawdowns.

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Tech Stocks

Forget Nvidia: 1 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock to Buy Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Nvidia stock is richly priced. Any small surprises could trigger amplified volatility in 2024. Risk-averse investors may buy this AI…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Things About TELUS Stock Every Smart Investor Knows

| Brian Paradza, CFA

TELUS stock's dividend is safer than it looks. Here's something else smart investors know about Canada's third-largest telecom stock.

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Dividend Stocks

Slate Grocery REIT Stock: Buy, Sell or Hold?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Dividend investors should grab Slate Grocery REIT’s 9.6% distribution yield before it goes away in 2024.

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Dividend Stocks

This 7.5% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Brian Paradza, CFA

SmartCentres REIT’s 7.5% yield could make it a smart investment for passive income in 2024.

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Investing

The 3 Top-Performing TSX Stocks of 2023 So Far: Can They Keep Growing?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Shopify stock leads the large-cap TSX stocks that widely outperformed the market so far in 2023. The third top performer…

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Dividend Stocks

This 9% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A look at Allied Properties REIT’s 9% distribution yield as potential passive income in 2024: Should investors chase the yield…

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Dividend Stocks

Navigating the World of REITs: Dividend Gems in the Canadian Real Estate Sector

| Brian Paradza, CFA

CT REIT's success may spill into 2024 while CAPREIT remains an income investment of choice going into the new year.

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 364 Shares in This Top Dividend Stock for $100 Per Month in Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

This top Canadian REIT's highly sought portfolio is gushing more cash flow to boost income distributions in 2024.

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Tech Stocks

2 Artificial Intelligence-Powered Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Nuvei stock is poised to have an AI-powered recovery while TELUS International stock survives on an AI-powered demand stabilization.

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: How to Earn $558 per Month in Your TFSA Portfolio

| Brian Paradza, CFA

An investment in First National Financial stock could boost TFSA income. This dividend ETF could offer better risk-adjusted income streams.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top Healthcare Stock to Buy on the TSX Today

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's why Chartwell Retirement Residences could be your top Canadian healthcare stock to buy now.

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Tech Stocks

Up 37 Percent in 2023: Is OpenText Stock a Buy Now?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

OpenText’s latest spin-off deal uniquely makes the Canadian tech giant an astute, yet unintentional stock trader.

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Tech Stocks

Better AI Stock: CGI vs Accenture

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Accenture doubled its AI revenue in three months and is executing an aggressive growth strategy. However, CGI stock is a…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Growers: 3 Canadian Stocks That Raised Payouts in November 2023

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Suncor Energy and two other Canadian dividend stocks raised their payouts in November at rates above expected inflation for 2024.…

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Dividend Stocks

Consistent Dividend Payers: Canada’s Silent Wealth Builders

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Dividends rule. Here's how TELUS stock and Enbridge stock have been exemplary Canadian dividend stocks for wealth building, and they…

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Tech Stocks

2 TSX Stocks Poised to Have a Big Month in November 2023

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Lightspeed stock is on track to generate its third-highest monthly return in November 2023. Gains wont to compare to another…

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Dividend Stocks

Beat the TSX With This Cash-gushing Dividend Stock

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Sun Life Financial stock could outperform the TSX again. A recent 8% dividend raise highlights management's enthusiasm.

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Dividend Stocks

Where to Invest $10,000 in November 2023

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Investors can easily diversify through this ETF and earn passive income on established global brands on another.

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Canadian energy stocks are rising with oil prices
Energy Stocks

Why This 8.9% Dividend Stock Surged Last Week

| Brian Paradza, CFA

PHX Energy Services raises its dividend by 33%, as the stock rallies 27% in a week. Can the momentum sustain?

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Dividend Stocks

Why a Bearish Market Could Be the Best Time to Start Investing

| Brian Paradza, CFA

New investments into bearish markets can outperform earlier bullish regimes. A currently lukewarm TSX provides investment opportunities, too.

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Investing

My 2 Favourite Blue-Chip Stocks for November 2023

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian investors undecided on which stocks to buy in November 2023 may wish to check out Constellation Software stock and…

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Tech Stocks

My Top AI Stock Pick for the Next Five Years

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Advanced Micro Devices is going all out to attack Nvidia's AI-chip market dominance this quarter, and AMD stock investors could…

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Dividend Stocks

This 7.3 Percent Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund has raised its financial guidance twice, and its high-yield monthly dividend is increasingly safe

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: The Best TSX Energy Stocks for a Fast-Growing Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

This small energy stock has raised its dividend by 200% in 24 months. Suncor is increasingly friendly to its passive-income-oriented…

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Invest $500 a Month to Target a $5,938.68 Yearly Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Using a CT REIT stock as reference, here's how a simple investment strategy could turn $500 monthly contributions into a…

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Investing

Up 15% in 2023: Is FirstService Stock Worth a Buy Today?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

The latest quarterly results justify FirstService as your cheap growth stock to buy during a bear market this quarter.

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Dividend Stocks

Riding the AI Wave: The Must-Have Stocks for Future-Focused Investors

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian investors should not overlook OpenText stock as they invest to ride the long-term AI wave.

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Dividend Stocks

Up 14% in October, Is Barrick Gold Stock a Buy Today?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Barrick Gold stock is rising on improving production economics and strong gold prices. The future is even more interesting.

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Dividend Stocks

Magna International’s Role in the EV Revolution and What It Means for Dividend Investors

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Magna International is fast growing into an EV stock. Here's what EV investments mean for Magna stock's dividend.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Better Buy: Nutrien Stock or Mosaic Stock?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Nutrien stock offers a better dividend yield and wider fertilizer market exposure. However, Mosaic stock has attractive qualities, too.

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Investing

Is Canadian National Railway Stock a Buy?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A key valuation multiple on CN Rail stock has reached decade lows. Long-term investors may love the current bargains on…

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Energy Stocks

Dividends From the Deep: Can Cameco’s Uranium Resurgence Boost Payouts?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A surge in uranium prices unlocks dividend raises on Cameco stock. However, investors may only see a token increment for…

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Investing

The 3 Top-Performing TSX Stocks of 2023 So Far: Can They Keep Gaining?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Bitfarms stock retains a performance lead. However, Cameco and another rising TSX stock could offer better risk-adjusted returns.

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Dividend Stocks

Up 17 Percent in 2023, Is Open Text Stock a Buy Now?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Open Text stock is too cheap to ignore, despite a recent fine run. A recent acquisition and organic revenue growth…

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Energy Stocks

Here’s How Suncor Stock Could Really Energize Your Portfolio

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Suncor stock is a top Canadian energy stock powered-up enough to outperform industry peers this time around. Here's why...

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